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Poppy Johnston

Australia's growth prospects still looking downcast

Australia will likely see more below-trend growth in the coming months, a survey shows. (Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS) (AAP)

Australia's growth outlook remains subdued as turmoil in the global banking system adds to the pressures already weighing on advanced economies.

The Westpac-Melbourne Institute leading index, which indicates the likely pace of economic activity relative to trend over the next three to nine months, recorded a modest gain to -0.94 per cent in February from -1.04 per cent in January.

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